Odisha Achieves Significant Reduction in Secondary School Dropout Rates
Odisha cuts secondary school dropout rate from 49% in 2015 to 15% in 2025: Niti
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Odisha has successfully reduced its secondary school dropout rate from 49.47% in 2014-15 to 15% in 2024-25, according to a report by Niti Aayog. This improvement, while commendable, still leaves the state above the national average of 11.5%. The report also highlights advancements in primary education and school infrastructure.
- 01Secondary school dropout rate in Odisha decreased from 49.47% to 15% over a decade.
- 02Primary level dropout rates fell from 2.93% to 0.7%.
- 03Transition rates from primary to secondary education improved from 2.25% to 71.9%.
- 04Access to computers in schools increased from 13.1% to 76.7%.
- 05Electricity access in government schools rose from 28% to 96.9%.
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Odisha has made remarkable strides in reducing its secondary school dropout rate from 49.47% in 2014-15 to 15% in 2024-25, as reported by the government think-tank Niti Aayog. This reduction of over 34.47 percentage points positions Odisha among the leading states in improving student retention. Despite this progress, the state's dropout rate remains higher than the national average of 11.5%, indicating ongoing challenges in education. At the primary level, dropout rates have significantly decreased from 2.93% to 0.7%, while the upper primary level saw a slight increase from 2.8% to 3.2%, still below the national average of 3.5%. The report also highlights improvements in school infrastructure, with access to computers rising from 13.1% to 76.7% and electricity access in schools increasing from 28% to 96.9%. Education expert Laxmidhar Panda noted that these changes reflect a decade-long commitment by the Odisha government to enhance the accessibility and functionality of schools, particularly in rural and tribal areas.
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These improvements in dropout rates and school infrastructure are likely to enhance educational outcomes for students in Odisha, particularly in rural and tribal areas.
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